Bengaluru, April 6 (IANS) Karnataka Power Minister Okay. J. George on Friday stated that the state’s thermal energy crops have damaged data and boosted the arrogance of the state to satisfy rising demand for energy through the summer season.
“This spectacular efficiency by the state thermal energy crops emphasises the dedication and experience of the Power Division’s workforce. Proactive measures have been taken to deal with the rising demand. The ability’s seven models collectively contributed greater than 85 per cent of the full energy generated, indicating a commendable stage of reliability regardless of a number of technical hurdles. This exceptional achievement underscores their significance in assembly regional energy necessities,” he stated.
Further Chief Secretary, Power, Gaurav Gupta stated: “The excess energy generated by the thermal energy crops has not solely met demand however has additionally instilled confidence amongst officers overseeing operations.”
On April 4, every of the three models, every with a capability of 210 MW, collectively generated 216 MW of energy, showcasing the robustness of their infrastructure and operational capabilities, the Minister stated.
The Raichur Thermal Energy Station (RTPS) has surpassed expectations in energy era, with its models collectively producing a exceptional surplus on April 4. Regardless of varied technical challenges, the power-generating facility managed to exceed anticipated output ranges, demonstrating resilience and operational effectivity, he added.
Key to RTPS’s success is the ample availability of coal, sourced from a number of mines to make sure uninterrupted provide. Coal rakes from three totally different mines, together with of Maharashtra and the Singareni Coal mines, have been instrumental in sustaining gas shares at RTPS, George stated.
The Yermarus Thermal Energy Station (YTPS), a coal-based thermal energy plant positioned in Yermarus village in Raichur district, has generated 6,229.240 MU for FY 2023-24. That is the utmost era since its inception.
The Bellary Thermal Energy Station (BTPS), positioned in Kudatini village of Bellary, generated 8,208.476 MU within the monetary 12 months 2023-24 which is the best document achieved since its commissioning.
In the meantime, water reserves have been saved within the Gurjapur barrage, safeguarding in opposition to disruptions in energy era as a result of inadequate water provide, George underlined.
Because the crops proceed to display their capability for exceeding expectations, stakeholders can stay assured of dependable and sustainable energy era, which is able to contribute positively to the area’s financial development and improvement, he stated.
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